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Raunch Records Sugar House: A Destination for Vinyl Enthusiasts
Raunch Records, in Sugar House, is home to vintage vinyl records, skateboards, magazines, books, shirts, and anything else related to punk rock, free thought, and Salt Lake City’s subculture.
Park City Creamery: Mastering the Art of Extraordinary Cheeses
Cheesemaking is a slow process that begins in the early morning hours and requires a strict adherence to detail. Park City Creamery produces soft-ripened cheeses from local cow and goat…
Central Book Exchange in the Heart of Sugar House Offers More than Books
Unlike a big-box store that has dozens of locations and massive inventory, this 2000 square foot store has more to offer than simply the latest and greatest books. The staff…
The Emergence of Immigrant Entrepreneur Women in Salt Lake
The emergence of immigrant entrepreneur women is contributing to the economy and shifting the male-dominated business pattern. The Small Business Administration states, “Immigrants own businesses at higher rates compared to…
A Christian Church Morphs into a Small Businesses Space in Salt Lake City
Church and State provides a “third space” for 18 thriving small businesses. Shops include a tattoo parlor, a jiu jitsu studio, and more.
A Custom Framing Shop in Sugar House Unfazed by Construction Projects
Scott Waters, owner of Artistic Framing in Sugar House, has built a steady business over the last 16 years with skills he learned as a young man.
A La Mode Helps Utahns Dress More Fashionably
Jasmine and Angelique Gordon of Sugar House’s A La Mode, an atypical clothing boutique, are striving to increase a sense of style here.
Mesa Farm Market: The Purple Store on HWY. 24
Mesa Farm Market, on Highway 24 between Hanksville and Capitol Reef National Park, offered home-produced goat cheeses. After 27 years Randy and Roseann are taking a step back.
Ogden Record Shop Lavender Vinyl Fosters LGBTQ+ Community
Thirty-two-year-old Kye Hallows has worked in music stores for half his life. He’s no longer surprised when he meets people who have never seen a vinyl record.
Immigrants Renew Diamond Legacy
McKay Diamonds continues, thanks to skilled Brazilian artisans. The Andrade family keep a Salt Lake tradition alive.
Caputo’s Saves a Unique South American Strain of Cacao
Want to drive your taste buds wild and preserve biodiversity at the same time? Caputo’s Market and Ritual Chocolate have teamed up to create a chocolate bar made from a…
From Pools to Gifts: Unveiling the Story of Ogden’s Rainbow Gardens
Rainbow Gardens is a one-of-a-kind destination located in the mouth of Ogden Canyon. Rainbow Gardens is a historical treasure and contemporary food and gift shop.
The Force behind Rancho Markets, Utah
In the highly-competitive grocery store market, Eli Madrigal the founder of Rancho Markets, continues to prove that fresh food and hard work pays off.
Small Utah Businesses’ Problems from COVID to Battling Inflation
While still recovering from the trials that came with a global pandemic, many businesses were faced with significant economic pressures and staffing issues in 2022.
Salt Lake City Businesses that Closed and Businesses that Thrive
The downtown Salt Lake City retail and restaurant marketplace has seen some big shake-ups since the end of lockdowns.
Utah Businesses to Shop for Unique Holiday Gifts
Here is a roundup of 13 small businesses in Utah that you might consider shopping with this holiday season.